Data map: On December 29, 2019, in the 2019 Tmall International Tennis Invitational held at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center in Zhejiang Province, Swiss player Federer defeated German Alexander Zverev 2-1.
Photo by China News Agency reporter Li Chenyun
China News Service, March 8th. At the pre-match press conference of the ATP250 Doha Open, Swiss king Federer returned from injury. He talked about his recovery from injury, future goals and the topic of "retirement".
Before returning to the ATP Tour, Federer reviewed everything that has happened in the past 13 months. Although he has experienced two right knee surgeries and a global epidemic, the Swiss has never wavered his determination to return to the game.
"I just think this story is not over. I hope to play with the best tennis players, participate in important matches, hope to beat them, and relive the past together after the game." Federer said.
In addition, Federer, who is about to turn 40, once again emphasized.
I have never thought about retiring: "I think my story has not reached the finale. I like to play tennis, and I like to embark on a journey. I haven't heard many people think I should retire, and I also choose not to watch the media as much as possible. I have spent a good time with my family in the past, and now I miss the game. I am still working hard, and another important reason for my return is to reach that height again, play great tennis on the big stage, and once again Win the victory."
Federer is no stranger to the Doha game. He has won the cup three times before, with a total record of 26 wins and 3 losses.
18 years after his debut in the event, the Swiss is happy to return here.
"I am very happy to be back on the field again. It has been a long time. I never thought it would take such a long time. I came to Qatar for the first time in 2003. I have always enjoyed playing here. Excited, I saw all the players again, looking forward to the start of the game." (End)